Author Notes
Scott's Cheese Ball recipe with pecans and m&m's is super easy to make, deliciously sweet, and is a crowd pleaser. Ever since we lost Scott, the joy of Christmas has been infused with sadness because it was his favorite holiday. We miss Scott every day but our hearts are heavier during this season of hope, redemption, and love. —Jas
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Ingredients
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1
stick butter, softened
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8 ounces
cream cheese, room temperature
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1/2 cup
finely chopped pecans
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2 tablespoons
light brown sugar
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3/4 cup
powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon
vanilla extract
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3/4 cup
M&M'S holiday candy
Directions
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In a small ball combine all ingredients except M&M’S. Refrigerate for at least half an hour.
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Take out the mixture, form into a ball and place on a small plate or other serving dish. Decorate with M&M’S as you wish.
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Alternately, roll the cheese ball in sprinkles or mini chocolate chips. Refrigerate again until ready to serve. Serve with graham crackers, shortbread cookies or Pepperidge Farms assorted cookies.
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